Honestly, I think those little details matter more than people admit. Sure, most folks won’t notice a single tile, but the overall vibe just feels more polished when everything lines up. I say embrace the level—perfectionism can be its own kind of creativity.
Title: How picky are you about checking your own reno work?
I get what you mean about the details, but sometimes I think we can get a little too hung up on perfection. I’ve spent way too many hours agonizing over grout lines that literally no one else will ever notice. At some point, I just have to remind myself—this is a home, not a museum. If the vibe feels good and nothing’s falling off the wall, I call it a win. Besides, a little “character” never hurt anyone... right?
I get caught up in the details too, but honestly, I’ve learned the hard way that chasing perfection can drive you nuts. Last year I redid my kitchen backsplash and spent hours trying to get every tile lined up just right. My wife walked in, glanced around, and said, “Looks great!” Meanwhile, I was convinced the whole wall was crooked. Now, if it’s solid and looks good from across the room, I try not to sweat it too much. A little imperfection just gives it some soul, in my opinion.
I hear you on the perfectionism front. Living in a 1920s house, if I tried to make every corner square and every floorboard level, I’d be living in a padded cell by now. I once spent an entire afternoon trying to get a door to hang straight, only to realize the whole frame was off by nearly an inch. Now, if it opens and closes without trapping anyone inside, I call it a win. Sometimes, you just have to embrace the “historic charm” and move on.
Title: How picky are you about checking your own reno work?
Totally get it. My place is from the 1910s and nothing is straight—walls, floors, you name it. I used to stress over every little imperfection, but now I just remind myself that a little wonkiness is part of the story. If it works and looks decent, that’s good enough for me.